EGAN COMPRESSOR STATION & SWD #8 DAILEY - Oil Extraction Facility in Egan, Louisiana

EGAN COMPRESSOR STATION & SWD #8 DAILEY is an oil extraction facility located at 101 Dailey Rd in Egan, Louisiana, within Acadia Parish. The facility is operational and serves the local petroleum industry by providing natural gas compression and saltwater disposal services, which are essential for maintaining production from nearby oil and gas wells. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ). As an oil extraction site, it is subject to the Clean Air Act (CAA) regulations for compressor stations and the Clean Water Act for produced water disposal. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate its role in both oil and gas production. Located in the Gulf Coast region, the facility is part of a dense network of oil and gas infrastructure in Louisiana. Its saltwater disposal well helps manage produced water, a byproduct of extraction, reducing surface water contamination risks. The facility's operations contribute to the local economy and energy supply while adhering to environmental regulations.

The facility is situated in Acadia Parish, Louisiana, a region with extensive oil and gas activity. Saltwater disposal wells like this one are critical for managing produced water, which can contain hydrocarbons and heavy metals. Proper disposal prevents contamination of freshwater aquifers and surface waters. The facility's compliance with EPA and LDEQ regulations helps mitigate risks of spills and groundwater pollution.